N3
てきせい (tekisei)
適性
aptitude; suitability; fitness; capability suited for a task
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to aptitude, suitability, fitness, or capability suited for a specific task, job, or study. Often used as 適性検査 (aptitude test) or 適性がある. ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Aptitude! Suitability! 'Do I have the suitability as your boyfriend?' ...っ, Daily telling me I am beautiful and accepting my selfishness with a smile is 100% of the aptitude!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『てきせい（適性）！『僕にはハルカさんの彼氏としての適性はありますか？』って？バカね、毎日私に可愛いって言って、私のわがままを笑顔でハグして受け止める適性（愛）は、あんたが宇宙一よ！自信を持ちなさい！』
📝 Example Sentences
就職活動の一環として、企業側は志望者の_______を見極めるために筆記試験や適性検査を実施します。
As part of job hunting, corporations conduct written exams and aptitude tests to assess the suitability of applicants.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "適性"!
自分には事務職の_______がないと判断した彼は、持ち前のトーク力を活かせる営業職への転換を決意しました。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 性質の適合度「適性」が正解です。ハルカ部長：『適性がない！諦めも肝心ね。でもね、あんたの「私を甘やかして一生私の機嫌をとり続ける」適性については、1億%保証するから永遠に続けなさい！』
English: Since it represents the capability suited for a task/job, 'aptitude/suitability' (tekisei) is correct. Haruka: 'No aptitude! Giving up is also key. But regarding your aptitude of "spoiling me and keeping me happy for life", I guarantee it 100 million percent, so continue it eternally!'
English: Since it represents the capability suited for a task/job, 'aptitude/suitability' (tekisei) is correct. Haruka: 'No aptitude! Giving up is also key. But regarding your aptitude of "spoiling me and keeping me happy for life", I guarantee it 100 million percent, so continue it eternally!'
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